Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic GF1

Following is a in depth review of the Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic GF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is very similar but the FE-45 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FE-45 was manufactured 9 months earlier than the GF1 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FE-45 grades against the GF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 enjoys external dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Look at the Olympus FE-45 vs Panasonic GF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-45 and the GF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-45 and GF1 is 95 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FE-45 and GF1.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FE-45 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GF1 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FE-45 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.